Classic Chickpea Hummus

Hummus is a delicious traditional recipe from the Middle East that has become popular worldwide. It is made from chickpeas, has a high plant protein content, is very healthy, and versatile for pairing with many dishes.
Ingredients
10
Servings
  • 4 cups chickpeas
  • water
  • 3/4 cups tahini
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic
  • salt
  • olive oil
  • paprika
  • pita bread
Preparation
15 mins
1h 30 mins
Low
  • Place the chickpeas in a pressure cooker and cover with enough water so that it exceeds the chickpeas by about 10 cm, close the pot, and cook for 1.5 hours, until they are soft.
  • Once cooked, blend for 5 minutes using a food processor until it becomes a paste. Add tahini, yellow lemon juice, the garlic clove, and season with salt; if you need a bit more creaminess, add a couple of tablespoons of ice water.
  • Serve the hummus on a plate with olive oil and paprika, and accompany it with pita bread.

Nutritional Information

* * Information per 100g serving, percentage of daily values based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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